Miami International Airport Evacuation: Authorities Investigate Suspicious Item

On Monday afternoon, heightened security measures were implemented at Miami International Airport following the discovery of a suspicious item. The discovery led to the evacuation of concourses H and J, according to an airport spokesperson. The Miami-Dade Police Department conducted a thorough investigation of the item, which temporarily disrupted airport operations.

Airport Communications Director stated, “Passengers are not being allowed into concourses H and J as Miami-Dade police investigate a suspicious item.” The investigation concluded by 5:30 p.m., after which the concourses were reopened to the public. Police, however, did not disclose the nature or identity of the suspicious item.

This incident occurred exactly one year after a previous emergency situation at the airport, keeping airport authorities on high alert. Passengers have been advised to check with their respective airlines to confirm any updates regarding flight schedules or potential delays stemming from the situation.

Mauricio Maldonado, a digital editor for CBS Miami, has been reporting in the South Florida region since 1997. Prior to his role at CBS Miami, which began in 2018, Maldonado’s career included stints at the Miami Herald and SunSentinel.com, highlighting his extensive experience in digital journalism.